Final Report: Accident involving a TOMARK Viper SD-4 RTC, registration EI-HMD, at Newcastle Aerodrome, Co. Wicklow, on 15 March 2025. Report 2026-003

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Following a number of touch and go landings at Newcastle Aerodrome, the Pilot of the TOMARK Viper SD-4 RTC Aircraft conducted an approach with the intention of completing a full-stop landing. During this landing, the Aircraft bounced, which resulted in the nose landing gear fork, complete with nose wheel, separating from the Aircraft. The Aircraft came to a stop on the grass strip and the Pilot, who was the sole occupant, exited the Aircraft unaided. There was no fire, and no injuries were reported to the Investigation.

Occurrence Date: March 15, 2025
Report Date: May 06, 2026
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